Basic Assistance Officer

Main Responsibilities:

Plan and coordinate the distribution of basic assistance items, including food and non-food items.

Ensure that all distributions comply with organizational and donor guidelines.

Verify beneficiary lists to ensure accurate targeting based on vulnerability criteria.

Support the design and implementation of needs assessments to identify gaps and prioritize interventions.

Act as the focal point for basic assistance activities in the field.

Collaborate with community leaders and stakeholders to ensure smooth activity implementation.

Liaise with logistics teams for the timely delivery of aid items to distribution points.

Maintain open communication with beneficiaries to address their concerns and gather feedback.

Collect and maintain accurate records of beneficiaries, distributions, and program activities.

Prepare and submit regular progress reports to the Basic Assistance Program Manager.

Support monitoring teams in evaluating the impact of basic assistance programs.

Ensure proper documentation and filing of all program-related data.

Ensure transparency and equity in all distribution activities.

Provide technical support to local partners to improve the efficiency of aid delivery.

Respond to emergency calls, including night fieldwork, as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Humanitarian Studies, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.

Minimum of 3-4 years in humanitarian assistance or community-based programming.

Experience in cash or in-kind distributions is preferred.

Familiarity with vulnerability assessments and targeting methods.

expert computer (e.g., MS Office, data entry tools).

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Fluency in English and Arabic.

Willingness to travel to field sites and work in challenging conditions.

Availability to respond to emergency calls, including during night shifts or fieldwork.